Real information, no fluff. Barry has been through it too and he is here to guide you every step of the way.
Your surgeon will have advised that you needed to follow a special diet for two to four weeks…
4 min read → Before surgeryYou’ve made the decision. You’ve done the research, had the consultations, probably cried a bit, and you know…
4 min read → Before surgeryOnce you’ve decided bariatric surgery is the right path, choosing a bariatric surgeon is probably the biggest single…
3 min read → Before surgerySurgery day looms large beforehand. For most people it passes much faster than expected, and knowing what actually…
4 min read →Eggs are one of the easiest wins in the early days. Soft, gentle on your stomach, and packed…
8 mins → Puree StageThis one's a proper comfort blanket in a bowl. It tastes like a hug, and it sneaks in…
30 mins → Normal Eating StageA proper plate of food that doesn't feel like diet food at all. This is one I make…
35 mins → Normal Eating StageOne tray, minimal washing up, and a proper balanced dinner. A weeknight favourite of mine.
40 mins →Surgery went well. You’re home. You’re healing. By rights you should be relieved, maybe even excited. So why…
4 min read → Early recoveryDumping syndrome gets mentioned in pre-op appointments and then doesn’t fully land until someone in a support group…
3 min read → Early recoverySleep after bariatric surgery is one of the most underrated parts of surgical recovery. Your body does a…
3 min read → Early recoveryPain after bariatric surgery is one of the things people have the most questions about once they’re home,…
4 min read →All the comfort of a Sunday classic, just in a smaller, softer, more manageable form.
50 mins → Puree StageA little heartier than some of the others, this one's great for when you fancy something that tastes…
40 mins → Soft Foods StageCod's lovely and flaky when it's baked right, and this mash is so smooth you'd swear it was…
30 mins → Soft Foods StageA gentle plant-based option that still holds its own on the protein front.
16 mins →Hair loss after surgery catches people by surprise. You hear it mentioned in appointments but it doesn’t feel…
5 min read → Long-term lifeA food tracker feels like a small thing at first. You open an app and type in what…
5 min read → Long-term lifeThe gastric stall catches people off guard. You’re losing weight fast at the start, then the scale stops.…
4 min read → Long-term lifeAlcohol after bariatric surgery doesn’t always get enough time in pre-op consultations. Sometimes there isn’t time. Sometimes it…
3 min read →Light, fresh, and doesn't leave you feeling weighed down. A good one for warmer days.
25 mins → Normal Eating StageLight but still properly filling thanks to the prawns. A good one when you fancy something a bit…
20 mins → Normal Eating StageA proper plate of food that doesn't feel like diet food at all. This is one I make…
35 mins → Normal Eating StageA proper bowlful that's easy to portion and even easier to reheat when you need something quick.
40 mins →Knowing what not to say when someone is having bariatric surgery is more useful than any well-meant advice.…
3 min read → Supporting someoneIf you share a home with someone who’s had bariatric surgery, mealtimes have changed for your household. Whether…
4 min read → Supporting someoneBariatric surgery involves a long series of appointments, assessments, dietitian consultations, surgical consultations, pre-op assessments, post-op check-ins. If…
3 min read →Quick, colourful, and a good one for busy evenings when you still want something proper.
20 mins → Normal Eating StageLight, fresh, and doesn't leave you feeling weighed down. A good one for warmer days.
25 mins → Soft Foods StageAll the comfort of a Sunday classic, just in a smaller, softer, more manageable form.
50 mins → Soft Foods StageThis one always feels like a proper meal, even though it's still nice and gentle on your stomach.
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